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n this class, we discussed various forms of special interest tourism (SIT), such as dark
tourism, health tourism, transformative tourism, luxury tourism, etc. Select one type of
SIT that particularly interests you, comprehensively address the following points:
a. Search the literature and provide a clear definition of your chosen type of SIT. What
experiences/activities does it encompass?
b. Briefly explain its history and current scope;
c. Explain its market base, including the demographic of tourists it attracts, their
motivations, and any potential constraints they may face;
d. Describe one real-world example illustrating how a destination or business
successfully developed this type of SIT;
e. Based on your understanding, predict the future of this SIT.
2. Crisis management is a critical part of tourism management. Please answer the following
questions regarding three types of crises.
a. Select a specific tourism destination that experienced a significant financial crisis.
Explain the impact of the crisis on the destination’s tourism industry (e.g., tourist
numbers, tourism revenue, etc.), and the strategies the destination employed to
mitigate this financial crisis.
b. Choose a specific tourism destination that was struck by a natural disaster. Discuss
the immediate and long-term effects this disaster had on the destination’s
infrastructure, accessibility, and tourist attractions. Analyze how this natural disaster
impacted the destination’s image and reputation amongst tourists.
c. Explain the motives behind terrorist attacks on tourist sites and visitors. Offer at least
three recommendations for destinations to combat terrorism and safeguard their
tourism industry.
3. Please answer the following questions on selected emerging phenomena with significant
implications on global travel and tourism.
a. Explain the concept of climate immigration, include details on the factors driving
people to migrate due to climate change. In your mind, how will climate immigration
impact global tourism, positively or negatively?
b. Aging is another factor affecting global travel and tourism. Propose at least three
strategies specifically for the hotel industry to prepare for and cater to the needs of an
increasing number of senior tourists.
c. Artificial intelligence is poised to revolutionize the global tourism industry. Please
describe at least three scenarios where AI may be used and change tourist[[p
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